Posts Tagged ‘home comfort’
Don’t Forget Your Ceiling Fans This Spring
You already know to ensure windows and doors have good seals, and that you have to get your air conditioner (A/C) inspected, too. But there’s one more thing that can help you make your home a lot more comfortable, and that’s changing your ceiling fan direction.
Read MoreHow A Zoning System Maintains Comfort And Cost
There are many factors affecting airflow, comfort and energy bills in a home, and the comfort preferences and energy usage habits of household members account for only some of them. Read on to learn how a professionally designed zoning system can maintain comfort for all household members, and help manage energy costs around the clock.
Read MoreImproving Home Insulation Means Better Comfort, Indoor Air Quality
You might be surprised to learn that no matter how efficient your furnace or HVAC is, if you have poor insulation, you’re throwing money out the window. Not only that, but a drafty house also creates indoor air quality issues that can irritate allergy and asthma symptoms. Get a free indoor air quality analysis to spot problems…
Read MoreChoosing Geothermal Energy Can Reduce Heating Costs By Up To 80%
If your current heating and cooling system isn’t performing the way it used to, consider choosing geothermal energy for your next HVAC system. Geothermal heat pumps (GHPs) offer many advantages over conventional equipment because they use underground energy as the heating or cooling source.
Read MoreTroubleshoot Common Boiler Problems with These Surefire Tips
If you use a boiler in your Kansas home, it is an integral system, providing heat or hot water when you need it. Once this unit stops performing at its normal level (or stops working altogether), you should know what steps to take to get things back to normal. In addition, you should also know when…
Read MoreDust Bunnies Multiplying? Hop on That Spring Cleaning with These Tips
Spring is in the air, though after a long Wichita winter, spring probably isn’t the only thing you’re inhaling. Tighter construction, new and improved building materials and high-efficiency HVAC equipment may keep you more comfortable throughout heating season, but the trade-off is a decreased rate of ventilation and air exchange, which can result in lower…
Read MoreBefore Choosing Geothermal Energy in This Climate, Consider This
Geothermal heat pumps are known to be an efficient heating option for your home, delivering as much as 60% more heat than energy consumed. Your local climate, however, can change just how effective a geothermal heat pump is. Make sure you do your homework before choosing geothermal energy for your residence.
Read More6 Tips for Air Sealing Your Way to Comfort, Savings This Wichita Winter
Heating your home can become a large expense, especially if you have air leaks that let warm and cold air pass through your doors, windows and walls. Implementing a few air sealing tips can make your home more comfortable, and your heating bill more affordable.
Read More10 Tips for An Allergy-Proof Wichita Home This Winter and Year-Round
Are you suffering from allergies this season in your Wichita-area home? If so, then it’s important that you take the necessary steps to allergy-proof your household in order to maintain your health and comfort. Here are 10 tips to help you get started:
Read MoreIndoor Air Quality Tips to Breathe Easier, Boost Health and Comfort
Keeping your Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) at a high level is important for your health and comfort. This is especially true if you suffer from breathing conditions such as allergies or asthma. Proper IAQ can also go a long way in preventing illnesses and protecting your valuable home possessions. Follow these tips for better IAQ…
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